The key drivers of changing demographics, increasing long term medical and care needs, and the need to realise public sector efficiencies provides the context for this conference. The programme will explore the opportunities and the evidence base for the housing sector to build its role in supporting independent living through the application of telecare and telehealth technologies. It will look at the key issues that need to be addressed for effective delivery, focusing on: The vision, strategy and policy for the role of housing in independent living Evidence of effective assisted living interventions in housing Achieving efficiencies through technological development and innovation Housing, health and care – meeting the needs of changing demographics At this conference you will hear about: The Whole Systems Demonstrator pilot schemes and other evaluated interventions The Department of Health perspective on accelerating the benefits of telehealth and telecare Approaches to supporting technological development and innovation: the Developing Assisted Living Lifestyles at Scale project Examples of effective innovation in provision Evidence of efficiencies and value for money approaches How to achieve effective service re-design and change management The impacts of demographic change on the infrastructure on housing, health and social care in the North Innovation in procurement solutions The conference will also feature an ASSISTED LIVING EXHIBITION, providing delegates with an opportunity to find out about a wide range of assisted living solutions. New Assisted Living Procurement Framework This recently launched framework provides efficient telecare solutions and practical support for NHC Members. By attending the conference you will be able to find out more about how this service can benefit your organisation.
Who should attend?
Decision-makers, senior managers and operational staff in local authorities and housing responsible for independent living services Commissioners in local authorities and health Service managers and those with an interest in developing new approaches in housing services
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Delegates will be able to record 4 Continuing Professional Development hours for attending this conference.